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The Singular Exploits of Sherlock Holmes
2019-02-08 19:30 - 21:30 UTC
The greatest fictional sleuth of all time is brought to life in a high-energy one-man show, featuring a plethora of dashing heroes, villainous rogues and vintage thrills. £20 per person – head to www.hoghtontower.co.uk to book.

Glass Painting
2019-02-07 10:30 - 13:00
Join in a relaxed morning creating your own stained glass effect on a 7×5 framed picture. Suitable for all levels of experience, and tutoring will be given. Tickets cost £6 for Oddfellows members or £7 for guests, and can be booked by emailing julie.webster@oddfellows.co.uk.

Apple Pruning Day
2019-02-03 10:00 - 15:00
Join the Walled Garden’s apple experts to learn new skills and take part in pruning the orchard. Day includes light lunch and a free pair of secateurs – £20 per person. To book, call 07967 583746 or email lau.mccormick@gmail.com.

January Sparkle
2019-01-27 14:00 - 16:00
Unlock your sparkle in the glitter heaven den, with 7 glittertastic stations including nail painting, glitter art, hair braiding and much more. Ages 3+ welcome, £9.95 per child, bookable on www.glitterpack.ticketlight.co.uk.

Wedding Showcase
2019-01-27 12:00 - 16:00
See how your special day could look, with local suppliers including Classique Wedding & Venue Styling, Tilly Treats & Tipples, and Brambles & Heather. Glass of prosecco on arrival.

Wedding Fayre
2019-01-27 12:00 - 15:00
Plan your perfect day with local vendors showcasing their businesses – free entry, a goodie bag for the first 50 brides, and complimentary welcome drink.

Burns Night Supper
2019-01-26 19:30 - 23:55
The Boys Brigade and Girls Association entertain everyone with their take on Burns night. Enjoy a 3 course supper including traditional haggis.

Burns Night Celebration
2019-01-26 19:00 - 22:00
Enjoy a welcome drink, Scotch broth, haggis with neeps and tatties, cranachan and whiskey toast. The bar is open from 5pm and kilts are very welcome. £15 per person, bookable at www.wellbeingwigan.co.uk.

Burns Night Ceilidh
2019-01-26 19:00 - 21:00
Enjoy a ceilidh recital with tea and cake afterwards. £5 per person, children go free – call 01257 231360 for more information.

Quiz Night
2019-01-25 19:45 - 23:00
Friends of Shevington Memorial Park present a quiz night to raise funds for the park. Enjoy a buffet and a raffle, and bring your own drinks. Tickets £5.

Burns Night Dinner
2019-01-25 19:00 - 22:45
Wigan Thistle Society present a Burns Night Dinner of traditional Scottish food, followed by speakers and plenty of dancing. Everyone welcome – tickets £24 or £16 for under-16s, bookable by calling Margaret on 01942 247403.

Voice of the People
2019-01-17 19:30 - 22:00
Rainhill Musical Theatre presents Voice of the People – a collection of musical theatre from 1938-2018 including Oklahoma, Chorus Line and The Greatest Showman. Tickets range from £6.50-£8.50, available from www.ticketsource.co.uk.

50 Years Not Out
2019-01-11 19:00 - 22:00
The Orrell Musical and Dramatic Society present five decades of musical hits that will knock you for six! Tickets £7 or £6 for under-16s.

Ladies Night
2019-01-05 21:00 - 23:55
A fantastic night with entertainment by Ellie Ganza and her boys, a raffle, and plenty of stalls to treat yourself, including The Body Shop and homemade cakes. Tickets £10, proceeds to Variety the Children’s Charity.

New Year's Eve Party
2018-12-31 19:00 - 23:55
Let the New Year in with a bang at this free to enter disco! Families welcome.

Christmas Quiz
2018-12-27 19:00 - 22:00
Polish up your general knowledge and win fabulous prizes at the annual Christmas quiz. Free entry, supper and entertainment provided!

Eccleston Carol Concert
2018-12-18 18:30 - 19:15
Eccleston Parish Council invites everyone to a carol concert accompanied by the Eccleston Brass Band. Get in the Christmas spirit early.

Children's Christmas Party
2018-12-16 14:00 - 17:00
Visit Sant in the Yarrow Suite a and receive a free gift, and enjoy games and a disco. Entry costs £5 per child including a hot dog and drink.

Drawing & Painting Birds
2018-12-16 10:00 - 16:00
Local artist and illustrator Tony Disley presents a one-day art class from sketching through to painting. Practical demonstrations and tutorials will help you paint your own small bird. Tickets £50 per person including admission to Martin Mere, 12+ only.

Christmas Concert
2018-12-15 19:30 - 21:00
Join the St. Helens Choral Society for a festive concert of Gounod St. Cecilia Mass with excerpts from Handel’s Messiah and seasonal carols. Tickets £10 or £1 for students. Call 01695 625 500 or email info@sthelenschoralsociety.org to book.

Santa & Real Reindeer
2018-12-15 12:00 - 16:00
Father Christmas arrives in St. Helens with his real reindeer. See these wonderful animals and give Santa your Christmas letter! Free to attend.

Santa Weekend
2018-12-15 12:00 - 16:00
Come along for some festive transport fun, free rides on Christmas buses, model railway displays, Christmas crafts and a Santa’s grotto. Grotto tickets £8 including museum admission, or normal admission charges apply.

Charity Ghost Hunt
2018-12-14 20:00 - 2018-12-15 02:00
The Mansion House hosts a ghost hunt in aid of Age UK Mid Mersey. Explore the Victorian house under the cover of darkness – who knows what might be lurking in the shadows… Tickets £27 per person and can be booked at www.fourthelementparanormal.com.

Christmas Decorating Workshop
2018-12-14 10:30 - 14:00
Enjoy a guided tour of Rufford Old Hall before taking part in a festive workshop to create your very own traditional wreath to hang on the front door. Tickets £30, all materials provided, booking essential on 01704 821254.

Make A Difference Carols
2018-12-14 09:30 - 12:30
A carol concert supporting local causes with Team Chocolate Orange, featuring performances from Holy Cross, Billinge Chapel End, Corpus Christi and Rainford Brook Lodge school choirs.

Pets Christmas Fair
2018-12-09 14:00 - 17:00
Enjoy hot food, stalls and games, crafts, gifts and local veg sales – well behaved pets welcome. The annual pet blessing takes place at 2:30pm, 50p admission. Donations of cat food welcome, proceeds to Noah’s Ark, Tarleton.

Village Christmas Fayre
2018-12-09 13:00 - 17:00
Croston’s Christmas fayre includes a Santa’s Grotto in Croston Sports Centre – the starting point for Santa’s train. Plenty of festive stalls and refreshments, free entry.

Willowbrook Christmas Market
2018-12-08 11:00 - 16:00
Enjoy great stalls, an amazing food court and see the Christmas donkeys before the kids see Santa in his grotto.

Christmas Charity Quiz
2018-12-07 19:30 - 21:00
The OTC present a fun festive quiz for all ages. All proceeds go to the winner’s charity of choice, so revise your general knowledge and get a team together! Entry costs £10.

Comedy Night
2018-12-06 20:00 - 23:00
A Christmas comedy show featuring three incredible acts – Barry Dodds, Brennan Reece and headliner Roger Monkhouse. Tickets are £10, available online.
